Do you enjoy Outreach and Making a Difference in the Community?

Do you have a Passion for Healthcare?

Then, look no further!

LIBERTY Dental Plan is seeking a Bilingual (Spanish) Community Engagement Specialist to support its growing member base.

**Must reside in the Las Vegas, NV area, with ability to travel locally**

This position is responsible for increasing member utilization by providing navigation assistance and education to the community, including educating existing and potential members on how to navigate LIBERTY programs. Position involves coordinating member outreach to ensure effective use of plan benefits and to improve member health outcomes within the Medicaid population. Responds to member inquiries in person, at assigned locations.

Job Summary Details:

• Support the design, development, and deployment of community outreach initiatives to heighten awareness of benefits, increase utilization, facilitate benefit navigation, and educate community on importance of oral health and preventive services.
• Assist in planning, coordination, and promotion of organizational presence at regional partner sites to distribute educational information and promote dental benefit access and utilization.
• Engage meaningfully with members to aid in obtaining services (e.g., make appointments, arrange transportation, etc.) to avoid delays in treatment and improve member health outcomes.
• Educate members on the importance of oral health, proper nutrition, preventive care, and the relationship between oral health and systemic/overall health.
• Maintain knowledge of existing, traditional, and trending cultural approaches to health education and outreach.
• Demonstrate multicultural sensitivity and effective communication, working with diverse and vulnerable populations in a culturally responsive manner.
• Support special projects that relate to community education and outreach activities.

Education and/or Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 1+ years of related experience in community outreach and engagement
• 1+ years of related experience in public health, health education, and/or dental healthcare
• 1+ years of related experience working with Community Based Organizations, healthcare providers, and government agencies

Specific Skills/Knowledge:

• Bilingual in Spanish and English. Demonstrated ability to read, write and speak Spanish fluently
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to appropriately interact and engage low-income and culturally diverse populations in public settings
• Healthcare knowledge and/or knowledge of dental terminology
• Ability to work independently in outreach environments with minimal supervision
• Ability to work with the general public under adverse circumstances
• Ability to stand for long periods of time and initiate with passersby
• Excellent problem solving, critical thinking, and prioritization skills
• Basic skills in Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Must have and maintain a valid NV driver’s license and proof of insurance with minimum liability of $100,000 of coverage
• Must have reliable transportation. Position requires travel by car, which may include nights and weekends for special events.
• Ability to travel locally 75-100% of the time
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

COMPENSATION:

In the spirit of pay transparency, we are excited to share the annual base salary for this position is $50,000 - $55,000 exclusive of fringe benefits or potential bonuses. If you are hired at LIBERTY, your final base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience. In addition to those factors – we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer. Please keep in mind that the range mentioned above is the full base salary range for the role. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical in order to allow for future & continued salary growth. We also offer a generous compensation and benefits package.

WHAT LIBERTY OFFERS:

Happy, healthy employees enhance our ability to assist our members and contribute more actively to their society. That’s why LIBERTY offers competitive and attractive benefit packages for their employees. We strive to care for employees in positive ways that promotes wellness and productive employees.

Our first-class benefit package supports our employees and their dependents with:

• Competitive pay structure and saving options that help you reach your financial goals!
• Excellent 401k plan that matches 100% up to 3%. 50% match at 4% and 5%; immediate vesting during Safe Harbor period and professional financial advice through Financial Engines!
• Medical Insurance at no charge for employee only coverage. LIBERTY subsidizes 50% of eligible dependent coverage! Company offers PPO and HMO (where available) options.
• 100% paid dental coverage for your ENTIRE eligible Family members!
• 100% paid vision coverage for employee only coverage, low premium for dependents!
• Company paid basic life and AD&D coverage; options to elect additional supplemental coverage.
• Long Term Disability coverage
• Generous wellness program
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days paid vacation, 10 paid holidays including 2 days each for Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years and a floating holiday granted for your birthday!
• 6 paid sick days annually with the ability to roll time over!
• Tuition Reimbursement
• And so much more...

LIBERTY Dental Plan commits to maintaining a work environment that acknowledges all individuals within the workplace and will continue to engage in practices that are inclusive of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We strive to have every person within the organization have a sense of belonging while encouraging individuals to unleash their full potential. LIBERTY will leverage diverse perspectives in building high performance teams and organizational culture.

LIBERTY Dental Plan will continue to strengthen and develop external partnerships by providing equitable health care access and improving population health in the communities we serve.

We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment, recruitment, promotions, and transfers, as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

Sponsorship and Relocation Specifications:

LIBERTY Dental Plan is an Equal Opportunity Employer / VETS / Disabled.

No relocation assistance or sponsorship available at this time.